Which is a statement of strong evidence for a genetic contribution to a behavior?

A. Dizygotic twins have a higher concordance rate than do monozygotic twins.
B. Monozygotic twins have a higher concordance rate than do dizygotic twins.
C. Heterozygotic twins have a lower concordance rate than do monozygotic twins.
D. Adopted children resemble their adopted families with regard to a trait.


Answer: B

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